Overview of Graduate Programs

Consistently ranked as one of the top education schools by US News and World Report‘s “America’s Best Graduate Schools,” the School of Education at the University of Delaware is a vibrant learning community that prepares graduate students for careers devoted to the solution of today’s most pressing educational problems. The School’s expert faculty bring their knowledge of the latest research to their graduate students who are rising professionals already in the field, future practitioners, and even tomorrow’s educational researchers.

Master’s and Specialist Programs

• M.A./Ed.S. in School Psychology
• M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language
• M.Ed. in Educational Technology
• M.Ed. in Exceptional Children and Youth

Online Master’s Program

• M.Ed. in Literacy
• M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership
• M.Ed. in Exceptional Children and Youth

4 + 1 Tracks (Bachelor’s and Master’s in 5 years)

• M.Ed. in Exceptional Children and Youth, which offers three concentrations:
  • Autism/Severe Disabilities
  • Elementary Special Education
  • Secondary Special Education
• M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language

Doctoral Programs

• Ed.D. in Educational Leadership
• Ph.D. in Economic Education
• Ph.D. in Education with specialization areas in:
  • Evaluation, Measurement and Statistics
  • Learning Sciences
  • Literacy Development and Learning Problems
  • Mathematics Education
  • School Psychology
  • Sociocultural and Community-Based Approaches

Courses of Study

The University of Delaware offers Courses of Study to certified teachers seeking additional certification or certified teachers who already have master’s degrees. These courses of study designed for those seeking intensive professional development and may lead to a “plus 15” salary increment for those who qualify.

Apply or Request More Information

Graduate applicants should see the How to Apply page for more information. You are also invited to request more information and join our mailing list.